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Hokitika Guardian, 27 April 1926, Page 2

In view of the approaching County elections next month, the regular monthly meeting of the W estland County Council for May will he held on Wednesday, May sth. that is tomorrow week.

A grand concert by the Kauieri Christy Minstrels will he given in the Totara Hall. Boss, on Thursday evening next in aid ot the Boss hire Brigade funds. A hull will follow with music supplied by Cloodfellow’s orchestra.

Advice from Mr Brail, who is in charge of the Hokitika school party which left on Saturday morning for the Exhibition received from Dunedin this morning staled.—"A very good trip down to Dunedin. Comfortably billeted. All the party happy and well.”

The Westland County Council sour few weeks ago decided to procure i

second motor lorry of the Duplex tipping type. The motor chassis is now in New Zealand waters and should reach here shortly. A bade will he built locally for the machine which will he put into service as soon as possible.

St, .Mary’s euchre, supper and dance this evening. First prize, Marcella quilt and pair ol sheets; second, one dozen pillow cases; third, six white lace-towels ; fourth, six men’s handkerchiefs. Admission '2s. First night for aggregate prize, gent and lady with highest points to receive £5 worth of goods at the end of the season.—Advt.

The .Medical Superintendent’s report to the Grey Hospital Board last evening stated that the patients in the Grey River Hospital at the beginning of the month ended March .'list last, was 103; 02 patients were admitted during the month, and 107 patients remained at tho end of that period.

The New Zealand Meat Producers’ Board advises that the following prices are being offered on 23rd April;—Canterbury: Wethers, 561 hs and under. 6.1(1; 57lbs to 61 lbs, s’ll ; ewes, under 181hs, Id; ISlhs to 6! lbs, 3;,'d; prime woolly lambs, 36lhs and under, 9jd, 371hs to 12lbs, 8RI; 13lbs to 501hs, 7;d ; second quality lambs, 36lhs and under, B’d ; over 36His, 7Jd.

Ail example of the helpful spirit which characterises many farmers in the Ashburton County is at present in evidence at Loweliffe (reports the “Guardian”). While Lieutenant P. A. Turner is confined to his hod as a result of injuries received in tlm recent aeroplane smash at Papanui. the work on his farm in the district is not permitted to fall behind. During the past few days a hand of willing neighbours has been busily engaged with teams ploughing and surface-working a paddock on his holding, in preparation for the drilling of oats which must ho sown in season.

Morlets Three Star French Cognac (brandy) bottled in Clin rente, France, is “par excellence.” Obtainable at all first class hotel. Also White Horse, very old Scotch Whisky, guaranteed 10 years old. .1. D. Lynch. Mark Sprot and Company Limited. Sole Agents for the West Const.—Advt.

The Grey “Argus” says:—“A mild epidemic of diphtheria is occurring in Orcyrnouth at present. While the eases on the wholo are not dangerously ill, many of them have been characterised by profound weakness and in these eases it has usually been found that the patient has not been seen by a doctor until the sore throat has existed about three days. It is only by early examination and treatment of sore throats that fatal eases can he avoided. Thus parents and guardians should have all children who complain of sore throats examined as soon as complaint is made.

To lose a top plate of artificial tooth in the sea and then recover it thirteen months later is surely a record in “lost and found” coincidences. An Auckland lady has, however, been thus favoured by the goddess of luck. The “Star ” relates that, bathing on -Milford beach one stortnv day in .March of last year, a big wave swept her off her feet, and, in regaining her balance, she swallowed a “ mouthful,” and lost her teeth. Friends bathing near were at onte apprised of the misfortune, and left no wave unturned to find the missing bicuspids. diving without success on the spot. When the tide receded, search parties raked about half an acre of the sands, but at length had to confess defeat and rely on the forlorn hope of newspaper advertisements, which brought no response, hut the lady had to buy a new masticating equipment. Tliis week, however, the missing gold plate was discovered still fit for service in a crevice at Black Rock, about half a mile from the spot where it was lost. Brief inquries soon found the owner, who now rejoices at this unexpected discovery of her dental treasures from the fickle sen.

Ladies and gentlemen! The whiteness of your linen is a splendid index to your characters and an absolute triumph for “ No-Rubbing Laundry Help.”—Advt. Mill'and Factory Supplies: Get our quotes for Belting, Belt Dressing, Boiler Compound, Graphite, Grease, Lubricants, Boiler Graphite, “Climax” Packing, etc., R. P. M. Mnnning and Co., 5 Bedford Row, Christa church.—Advt.

In changeable weather take “Nazol” on sugar or by inhalation. Best safeguard against chills. One dose a day keeps colds away, Is 6d.—Advt.

Addisons have opened up n new range of hoys’ tweed overcoats in all sizes. Style and prices right.—Advt. While playing against Old Boys in the first grade Rugby match at Christchurch on Saturday, Neil Wogan, a 1-inwood player, and formerly a member of the Excelsior Club, Hokitika, broke his right leg. He was admitted to the Christchurch Hospital.

The Westland Acclimatisation Society, which applied for an open season to take opossums in this district, has been advised by the Department of Internal Affairs that the recommendation ns to the opening and closing dates have been approved. The necessary Order in Council will be issued at an early date giving the special regulations governing the season. At the Coroner’s Inquest yesterday, Mr F. Turley, who represented the Sawmill Employees’ Union, requested that in future he might bo notified when an inquest was to he held in respect to any fatality at a swaniill. The Coroner stated tins could he arranged for in the future through the police.

Girl Guides! Girl Guides! To-night at 7 o’clock sharp all Girl Guides are requested to attend the Town Hall to commence training. So far only the senior girls or “ guides ” have been trained and these are now ready to take charge of their patrols. It is therefore important that all those girls from 12 to IS. who gave in their names at Lady Marjorie Dalryniple’s meeting, and any others who wish to join (with their parents’ consent) should attend punctually to-night at 7 o’clock. Roll up, girls!—Advt.

Marrying is alright provided “ NoRubbing Laundry Help ” is always available for the weekly wash-ing.—-Advt.

Acts like a charm! That’s what thousands say of “ Nazol ” —the handiest and surest remedy for coughs and colds.—Advt.